The Much Needed Long Run
I feel so much better!
I had been planning on 10 miles this weekend. But Irish Blue seemed a little worried about her 11 mile run today, so I told her I would run 11 miles also to support her.
I woke up this morning around 9:00 AM. One of Darrell's buddies was coming over they were going to go out for a motorcycle ride. I had a cup of coffee with them and then I ate a Clif bar. While the boys were preparing for their ride, I was preparing for my run. I got my water ready, changed into my running clothes and made sure the kids were situated with breakfast and activities to keep them busy while I was running.
How I feel now.
As I began to run, I could feel the layers of frustration from the past few weeks peel off of me. By the time I reached the halfway point, my mind was clear and I was able to begin some future planning.
It was a really nice feeling.
I normally run long on Sunday, but I couldn't wait to get going today. That means I should be ready to run again on Monday morning. Shaking up the routine a little bit.
Changing things up could be fun and just what I need!
3 Comments:
Sounds like your run was just what you needed. Very cool!
My new training plan has me aimed to do my 10-mile at an 11:00 pace. I think it wil be challenging for me - but hey, challenge is the spice of life!!!! I KNOW I can do it. I remember thinking "how on earth will I be able to train all of those miles and run a marathon?" And that was *ahem* a piece of cake. So I am going into the 10-mile race training knowing I can succeed. I am just excited to see it all happen!
I was in college in Chicago. So I am quite excited to get back there for a bit!
For me? That's so sweet! Thanks girl.
I did 11.2 miles today and it felt really good. It was sunny and warm (40s - Ohio warm) and I really enjoyed it.
weather was great for those 11 miles. glad to hear you got things cleared out of the head. that's a good place to start.
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